1982 Porsche 944 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 225 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Porsche 944 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 944 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2615 mm |
